Tevez on verge of signing for United
Tevez is currently playing in the Copa America for Argentina
Thursday, 05, Jul 2007 10:47
Carlos Tevez appears to be on the verge of signing for Manchester United, according to widespread media reports.
The Argentine striker is currently on international duty at the Copa America but it would seem a move to Old Trafford has almost been completed.
Tevez became a hugely controversial figure last season when his seven goals in ten games, including one against United on the last day, helped keep West Ham United in the top flight.
The controversy stemmed from the signing of Tevez and fellow Argentine Javier Mascherano by the Upton Park club last summer.
West Ham were eventually fined £5.5 million for irregularities to do with who owned the players' contracts but Sheffield United, who were relegated from the Premiership, are taking the matter to the high court convinced the London club should have been docked points.
Tevez has previously admitted interest in playing for Real Madrid, whilst there has been interest from Chelsea and Arsenal, and it is understood that Inter Milan recently had an offer for the player rejected.
The signing of Tevez would add to an already busy summer in the transfer market for United boss Sir Alex Ferguson.
England midfielder Owen Hargreaves, Portugal winger Nani and Brazil midfielder Anderson have all signed as United aim to retain the Premiership title next season.